Salary £420 per week
Duration 19 months
Advert opening date 29/05/2025
Advert closing date 29/06/2025
Join the supportive team at DentalCare Nailsea as a Dental Nurse Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in dentistry with a well-established and friendly practice.
Job Title: Dental Nurse Apprentice (Level 3)
Location: DentalCare Nailsea, 116 Station Rd, Nailsea, Bristol BS48 1TB
Pay: National Minimum Wage (based on age)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (late evening, potentially until 19:45), Friday, Saturday (if required); Wednesday off
About the Role
Join the supportive team at DentalCare Nailsea as a Dental Nurse Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in dentistry with a well-established and friendly practice.
Your responsibilities will include:
Chairside assistance to the dental team
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control
Supporting patients before, during, and after treatments
Preparing instruments and materials
You will work towards a fully funded Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship with Aspiration Training.
We’re looking for someone who:
Is eager to learn and build a long-term career in dental nursing
Has strong communication skills
Is reliable and professional
Can commit to occasional late evening work on Thursdays
Ready to start your dental career?
Apply now to join DentalCare Nailsea and begin your journey in the dental profession.
GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English are essential.
The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.
This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.
